it is all about hurricane sandy. how the storm is still affecting this race today. >> people have been asking me all week. it is a political reality. both are careful and considered in their handling of the aftermath of sandy. whether dropping in on the red cross or situation room photos or the the president has appeared presidential. >> there are no democrats to republicans during the storm. their fellow americans. >> as the incumbent, it is easier. you have power to channelchallenge. >> i want you to cut through red tape and bureaucracy. >> if handled well the country's misfortune can also mean a moment to shine. >> i never have seen a guy so focused. that does not mean that mitt romney cannot appear as a leader. he turned his campaign rallies into relief efforts. the politics, just pleas for food or money. >> if you have an extra dollar or two, along. >> do not be fooled. pundits will tell you all the photo ops are still wrapped with a voter in mind. paul ryan surveyed supplies in wisconsin. >> we're doing this in